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Mayor Eddy Parker listen to reports about the city. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

Mayor Eddy Parker listen to reports about the city. Julie Talton, Countywide & Sun

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Tecumseh's Conditional Use Permits in Question

Julie Talton Julie@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Conditional Use Permits was one of the main topics of discussion at the December Tecumseh City Council meeting. Last month, Councilman John Collier asked the city to look into the list of permits and provide some more details on what was on the books.
Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary Angel Tree Coordinator Robbie Foxx speaks during the Angel Tree Kickoff event at Sovereign Bank in Shawnee on Nov. 20. Co-Captains Leanna and Thomas Marion also spoke during the event, and the Will Rogers Elementary Choir sang Christmas songs. In addition to the bank, there are also Angel Trees at Walmart, Lowe's, Higginbotham Bros. & Co., and Walls Bargain Center. L. Marion said there are 520 Angel Tree children who can be "adopted" this year.

Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary Angel Tree Coordinator Robbie Foxx speaks during the Angel Tree Kickoff event at Sovereign Bank in Shawnee on Nov. 20. Co-Captains Leanna and Thomas Marion also spoke during the event, and the Will Rogers Elementary Choir sang Christmas songs. In addition to the bank, there are also Angel Trees at Walmart, Lowe's, Higginbotham Bros. & Co., and Walls Bargain Center. L. Marion said there are 520 Angel Tree children who can be "adopted" this year.

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Salvation Army Holds Angel Tree Kickoff at Sovereign Bank

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Wednesday, December 3, 2025

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Bethel OKs Vehicle Purchase

Suzie Campbell Suzie@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
The Bethel School Board voted to utilize county sales tax funds for current transportation needs.The board held a special meeting on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, to review all possible funding options for this purchase.Superintendent Dr.
Pioneer Library System Celebrates 10 Years of PLS Connect

Pioneer Library System Celebrates 10 Years of PLS Connect

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Pioneer Library System Celebrates 10 Years of PLS Connect

News Staff
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Cleveland, McClain, Pottawatomie Counties, OK. November 2025 – Pioneer Library System (PLS) is celebrating a decade of innovation, connection, and community with the 10th anniversary of PLS Connect, the library’s award-winning mobile app that has brought the library to users’ fingertips since 2015.
OG&E Holiday Tips

OG&E Holiday Tips

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OG&E Holiday Tips

News Staff
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY (Nov. 26, 2025) – The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and dazzling displays of lights—but it’s also a time to stay vigilant about safety. As homes and neighborhoods sparkle with festive décor, OG&E is offering simple ways you can stay safe.
From left to right; ECU Provost Dr. Jeffrey Gibson, ECU Senior Advancement Officer Gerald Williamson, and ECU President Wendell Godwin Photo Provided

From left to right; ECU Provost Dr. Jeffrey Gibson, ECU Senior Advancement Officer Gerald Williamson, and ECU President Wendell Godwin Photo Provided

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East Central University awarded TSET Legacy Grant

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Wednesday, December 3, 2025
ADA, Okla. – The Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) has approved a $13M Legacy Grant to East Central University (ECU) for the purpose of completing The Dan Hays STEM Center and School of Nursing in Ada., Okla.

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County discusses Macomb board vacancies again

Suzie Campbell Suzie@countywidenews.com
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
The Pottawatomie County Board of County Commissioners approved a motion to hold a town meeting in Macomb for the purpose of electing trustees again with a 2-0 vote. Dist. 1 Commissioner Melissa Dennis was absent.For the third time in as many years, the town is down to one Trustee. Dist.
Several children and teens enjoy the ice-skating rink made of synthetic ice in front of the Santa Fe Depot in Shawnee during the Safe Events for Families "Winter Wonderland" on Nov. 28. Oklahoma Representative Dell Kerbs, with SEFF, said they had about 1,000 visitors to the free event in their opening weekend. Kerbs added that ice skates are available for those who need to borrow them. See full cutline below.

Several children and teens enjoy the ice-skating rink made of synthetic ice in front of the Santa Fe Depot in Shawnee during the Safe Events for Families "Winter Wonderland" on Nov. 28. Oklahoma Representative Dell Kerbs, with SEFF, said they had about 1,000 visitors to the free event in their opening weekend. Kerbs added that ice skates are available for those who need to borrow them. See full cutline below.

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Shawnee Parks and Recreation & Winter Wonderland

Amy Riggins
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Hello Shawnee! December is certainly chilly so far, as the cold front rolled in right at the start of the month! That means the holiday season is not far off, as you can see Christmas lights up around town, especially in the downtown area.